For me, some people build their confidence from being surrounded by others, having close friends who support and accompany them. But for those of us who are used to eating alone, traveling alone, and doing things on our own, we don't always need other people to join us in our activities.

There's a saying that "no man is an island," and I agree that we all need a support system. However, those people won't always be around. That's why it's important to develop the ability to stand on our own and be comfortable doing things independently.

Over the years, we've built that confidence and self-reliance. For some people, being alone is difficult because they haven't had the chance to develop that skill yet. In that sense, we're fortunate, we've learned how to enjoy our own company and navigate life even when we're on our own.